Newsletter: Gen Z workers: values matter, and so does financial security

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Despite appearances and tongue-wagging from older observers, it turns out that Gen Z is much more eager to work hard for both social good and long-term financial security than some might think, according to new research from the Ateneo de Manila University.

Gen Z employees are idealistic yet pragmatic, seeking meaningful and fulfilling work that benefits society even while working towards their and their family’s own long-term financial security. PHOTO: Thirdman / Pexels.com

Steeled by economic uncertainty leading up to—and most especially in the wake of—the COVID-19 pandemic, the youngest Filipinos now entering the workforce greatly value both a stable income and personal achievement. These idealistic yet pragmatic members of Gen Z (born between 1995 and 2012) tend to look for meaningful and fulfilling work environments but also willingly forego creature comforts in favor of long-term financial stability.

Newsletter: Bridging Generations: How Gen Z is Redefining Business and Romance in the Digital Age

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Older generations often perceive Gen Z as overly dependent on smartphones and the internet, unable to function without constant connectivity, and struggling with in-person communication. This reliance on technology is frequently viewed as a negative trait, suggesting a lack of social skills or an inability to engage meaningfully face-to-face.

Millennials, Boomers more guarded about future tech —Kaspersky

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It is somehow interesting to notice that both Gen Z and Gen X  users in Southeast Asia are less afraid about future technologies such as biometrics, smart appliances, robotic devices, and deepfakes while Millennials and Boomers have their guards up.